Things to Bear in Mind: DJ Needs

Things to Bear in Mind: DJ Needs

Dear clients:

Thanks for picking me as your DJ! It will truly be an awesome party. Here are some things to remember as we prepare for the wedding. Please read this list carefully, and let me know if you have any questions. Thanks again!

Bob

-SHELTER FROM THE ELEMENTS. I no longer do outdoor weddings, and due to the sensitive nature of my equipment, cannot set up outdoors or in a tent. I highly recommend to anyone planning a wedding in New England (whether I am your DJ or not) to plan your reception in an indoor space with heat and A/C.

-TWO TABLES. I will need two tables, 6 or 8 feet long each. I do not provide linens, so I recommend making sure they are being provided for all the tables, including the DJ tables. Please be clear with your wedding planner on this point, as they will often default to providing just one table.

-ELECTRICITY. This probably goes without saying, but I will need electrical power provided at or very near the DJ tables. I do not provide a generator. If it is necessary to run extension cables for power, the client assumes all liability in case someone trips or falls on a cable.

-A MEAL. It is customary to provide a meal to the DJ. I generally take a break of 15 minutes or so to eat. Music will continue uninterrupted.

-PAYMENT. The remaining balance is due the day of your event. Please make out checks to Bob Cronin. If you require the DJ to spin for additional time, the extra payment is due the evening of the event as well. A gratuity is not required, but is customary if you feel your DJ did an outstanding job, or went above and beyond.

-LOAD-IN and LOAD-OUT ACCESS. I need access to load in the equipment, and will generally arrive 1 hour ahead of time to set up. I use a rolling cart to move equipment in, so please tell me ASAP if there will be a need to climb stairs with equipment or coordinate with security to gain access.

Bear in mind that significant difficultly in loading in can require me to arrive earlier than usual, so it is essential that we discuss this point, particularly in the case of hotels in the downtown area and older venues which lack elevators. If you are having the reception at a hotel with a loading dock, I will also need access to load out after the reception- so I will need to have contact information for security to open the loading dock.

-PARKING. A spot to park my car. If there is a parking charge, the client is expected to cover that expense.